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DOCTOR OF NURSINGStudentPRACTICE PROGRAM2020-2021Page 1 of 102Handbook

A NOTE ABOUT THIS HANDBOOK:The UNCG School of Nursing provides this handbook to all DNP students as a resourceto be used during the course of their doctoral studies. The handbook is updatedannually, and an electronic copy is available on the UNCG School of Nursing website.The information contained in this handbook is for all DNP students: Post-Master’s DNP degree concentration, Post-Baccalaureate DNP degree (concentrations of Nurse Anesthesia orAdult/Gerontological Primary Care Nurse Practitioner).At times information in this Handbook will apply to a specific DNP concentration butwill be noted as such.This Handbook is focused on key information for students in the DNP program. Everyattempt has been made to ensure accuracy and inclusiveness; however every policyof the School of Nursing and the University are not included. Students are responsibleto use the School of Nursing and the University websites for additional resources andpolicies. Also, assigned advisors and the DNP program office can provide guidancefor needed information.Page 2

ContentsContents . 3Welcome to The University of North Carolina at Greensboro School of Nursing! . 7The DNP Program at UNC-Greensboro School of Nursing . 8Academic Calendar 2020-2021 . 10The Academic Calendars for every semester can be found on the Registrar’swebpage: . 10Graduate School . 10School of Nursing Website . 10School of Nursing Student Resources . 10A full list of SON faculty and their role can be found on . 10Administrative Offices and Personnel . 11Philosophy . 13Mission . 14Our Mission . 14Strategic Vision for the School . 14SON Values . 14Strategic Vision Plan . 15Conceptual Framework . 17Content Components . 17Person . 17Environment . 17Health . 17Nursing . 18Process Components . 18Inquiry . 18Caring . 18Practice . 18Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree Program and Concentrations . 20Page 3

The Doctor of Nursing Practice programs is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate NursingEducation (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org) . 20Core Program Outcomes for UNCG DNPs . 20DNP Plans of Study and Methods of Course Delivery.21APA Style . 21DNP Concentrations – Admissions and Withdrawal Requirements .22Adult/Gerontological Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Concentration—PostBaccalaureate DNP . 22Nurse Anesthesia Concentration—Post-Baccalaureate DNP . 23Post-Master’s DNP . 24Information Technology and Setting UpAccounts.26UNCG Information Technology Services 6-Tech .University Computing Accounts . 26iSpartan (email) . 26Canvas . 26Walter Clinton Jackson Library .26Union Square Campus (USC) .28Student Identification Card .30Nursing Organizations and Memberships.30Useful Sources for Information.31DNP Plans of Study are in the Appendices of this Handbook and are labeled by concentration andyear of entry (cohort). .33Grading Policies for the School of Nursing and for the DNP program - Calculation of GPA.37Academic Eligibility Policy. 37Required Withdrawal for DNP Students . 37Formal Complaint: Student . 38Appeal of Regulation . 38University Policies .38Academic Integrity Policy—selected information from the policy is includedPage 4

below, the complete policy should be read and can be found at:https://osrr.uncg.edu/academic-integrity/ . 39School of Nursing Policies.42Health Insurance for Nursing Students UNCG School of Nursing Unsafe Practice Policy . 43Policy on Dismissal of Students Who Present Physical or Emotional ProblemsThat Do Not Respond to Treatment . 45Student Appeal ProcessForms.46Registration .47Independent Study Documentation . 47Transfer of Courses . 48Transfer of Credit for Cognates/Electives . 48Transfer of Credit for Core Nursing Courses . 49Advisors . 50Graduation .50Commencement Participation Policy . 50Student Travel.51Student Research and Assistantships.51Scholarships .51Research and Scholarship . 51Grant Proposals . 52DNP Projects and ‘Research’ Guidelines . 52DNP Projects Using School of Nursing Faculty, Staff, or Students as Subjects. 53DNP Projects and the UNCG Institutional Review Board (IRB) . 53Scientific Integrity. 55Data and Safety Monitoring .56UNCG School of Nursing Data Safety Monitoring Guidelines .56For Human Subjects Research . 56UNCG School of Nursing Guidelines for Authorship and Ownership.58Authorship and Ownership . 58Page 5

List of AppendicesI.Technical Standards for Matriculation and Progression in the UNCG School of Nursinga. Plans of Study for the Post-Baccalaureate Nurse Anesthesia Concentration, the PostBaccalaureate AGNP Concentrations, and the Post MSN ConcentrationII.School of Nursing Appeal Request InformationIII.Explanation of Hours Credit for Student in the Post MSN ConcentrationIV.Student Procedure for needlestick of Bloodborne Pathogen ExposureV.Substance Abuse Policy Notification and Disclosure StatementVI.Procedure for Student Drug Testing for CauseVII.Report of Reasonable Suspicion of Drug/Alcohol UseVIII.Student Consent to Drug/Alcohol Testing and Release of Test Results to UNCG School ofNursingIX.Substance Abuse Policy and Dru/Alcohol Testing PolicyX.Union Square Campus Building RulesXI.Failure to Attend PolicyPage 6

Welcome to the University of North Carolina Greensboro School ofNursing!We are pleased that you have chosen the UNCG School of Nursing as the institution inwhich to pursue your doctoral studies. Our goal is to prepare you to be competentclinicians and health care innovators with leadership skills to critically analyze systems ofcare and to translate evidence into practice, leading health care delivery in complexsettings and influencing health care change and policy at all levels.Our School of Nursing has a rich history, and since our beginning in 1966 we have preparedoutstanding clinicians, educators, and researchers to be leaders in health care and in the nursingprofession. We pride ourselves on our diverse community of scholars and our innovativedegree programs. Our faculty and staff are eager to assist you in your scholarlyjourney.Within this handbook, you will find information pertaining to our School, including ourphilosophy, mission, and strategic vision, as well as policies that pertain to you as a DNP student.You will also find information pertinent to your particular concentration within the DNP program. Ifyou have additional questions, please contact your faculty advisor or Dr. Lori Lupe, the DNPInterim Program Director. Any suggestions for future updates to this student handbook should bedirected to Ms. Akila Hardy-Cole (ashardyc@uncg.ed) in the DNP program office.On behalf of the UNCG School of Nursing administration, faculty, and staff, we welcome you toour school!Robin E. Remsburg, PhD, RN, FAAN Dean and ProfessorUNCG School of NursingPage 7

The DNP Program at UNC-Greensboro School of NursingWelcome to the Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) program at UNC-Greensboro School ofNursing. The DNP faculty are pleased to welcome you and look forward to helping you achieveexcellence in this advanced degree program. Graduates of the DNP program have successfulcareers in a variety of areas: leading health care institutions, practicing as advanced clinicians,leading professional organizations, and working with policy makers to make healthcare accessible.Contained in this handbook is information that will help you negotiate the curriculum, understandimportant academic, progression, retention, and graduation policies. Please read thishandbook carefully and use it as a guide to your educational experience.Students in the Post-Baccalaureate DNP degree programs (concentrations of Nurse Anesthesia orAdult/Gerontological Primary Care Nurse Practitioner) complete a rigorous course of study in theclinical specialty as well as core courses integral to the clinical doctorate in nursing (DNP).The DNP degree is a terminal degree in nursing practice. It is a clinical doctorate, not a researchdoctorate as in PhD study. Using the mentorship of faculty, DNP students complete a DNP project;often a quality improvement or program evaluation type project; however a variety of projecttypes have been completed. This Handbook includes a list of project types approved for students.The DNP project team assists students in developing a project that is manageable andfollows program goals. The DNP project is a significant and challenging scholary work, and oftenpositions the DNP graduate for publication and advanced work in the project topic area. The DNPproject coursework is structured so the student moves through the project requirements in astep by step manner that is targeted to accomplish the project on time.The DNP program at UNCG has a diverse and experienced faculty who are committed to excellencein teaching and support of students. They support students and ensure students are wellprepared in their concentration area. The nursing clinical doctorate (DNP) brings a clearemphasis on excellence in clinical practice that is based in evidence. The core essentials of the DNPcurriculum are: scientific basis for practice, evidence-based practice, application/implementation ofresearch, evaluation of practice, leadership, expertise in informatics, health policy/advocacy,population health, interprofessional collaboration and advanced practice - all areas that are greatlyneeded if we are to meet the diverse challenges of health care delivery in the US and globally.Page 8

You have begun an intense but exciting journey; staff, faculty and administration are here to helpyou be successful. Welcome!Page 9

Academic Calendar 2020-2021The Academic Calendars for every semester can be found on the s/Graduate SchoolImportant information for all graduate students can be found on the UNCG GraduateSchool’s webpage:https://grs.uncg.edu/School of Nursing WebsiteDetailed information about all aspects of the SON are located on this (frequentlyupdated) website. In addition, students will find links and information about Universityoffices and events linked on the SON site.https://nursing.uncg.edu/School of Nursing Student ResourcesNeed something? Find it here. Explore the robust resources available to you throughthe UNCGSchool of Nursing through the menu on the left. From advising tostudent organizations to important documents, we have what -resources/A full list of SON faculty and their roles can be foundat: age 10